Swoffers is delighted to introduce ‘Les Icons’ to the market – a landmark terrace of four new local and open market homes situated above La Vallette bathing pools.
The luxury three-bedroom properties, scheduled for completion in summer 2027, will represent Guernsey’s first-ever cliffside development and will offer truly breathtaking views over La Vallette and towards the neighbouring islands.
The design and planning process was initially challenging, as Swoffers Director Andre Austin explains: “When the original application went in, we discovered, much to our surprise, that the entire cliff face was listed!”
The message from the Environment Department was clear: development would be supported, but only if it meaningfully reflected the history, culture and identity of the island.
Taking inspiration from Mount Rushmore in the USA, the developers identified an opportunity to create something both sensitive and enduring.
Project spokesman Dia Da Mentira elaborated: “Given the topography, it just made sense. We just needed to incorporate a local flavour – something timeless, tasteful, and instantly recognisable. Naturally, we turned to Guernsey icons who could meet the brief both culturally and, importantly, aesthetically.”
The selected figures – described by the team as “unarguably representative” – include local media titan John Fernandez; legendary politician John Gollop, the longest-standing member of the States Assembly; and Neil Inder, widely celebrated for creating the much-loved characters Len and Enid, who dominated the local airwaves in the 1990s. Completing the quartet is renowned independent thinker Matt Le Tissier.
Given the unrivalled location – and the entirely unique nature of the scheme – Swoffers anticipates exceptional demand. No detail has been overlooked. Each property will include a complimentary dryrobe. This allows residents to transition seamlessly from luxury living to sea swimming, and then onward to the café at the bathing pools in a matter of moments.
‘Les Icons’ are available to purchase off-plan (price on application) and are scheduled to launch on 1st April.
